Short stature

When to Contact a Medical Professional

Call your doctor if you have:

Headaches

Symptoms of hormone excess or deficiency

Vision problems

Prevention

Maintain a healthy diet and don't exercise toohard or lose weight too quickly. If you believe you have an eating disorder such as anorexia or bulimia, get medical attention: these conditions can be life threatening.

If you have symptoms of a hormonal deficiency, discuss replacement therapy with your health care provider.